Chai and coffee finally meet in cookie form, and the result is pure chaos—in the best way possible. These chai chocolate chip cookies boast aromatic spices, warm cocoa notes, and a daring coffee swirl that refuses to be ignored. It’s like a caffeinated dessert party with spice-studded drama on the side. Warning: your friends might demand the recipe or just show up uninvited. Perfect for those who believe tea and coffee aren’t mortal enemies but delicious accomplices. Bake responsibly, as overdosing on deliciousness is almost guaranteed.
Chai Chocolate Chip Cookies with Coffee Swirl
A spiced, chocolate-studded cookie with a bold coffee swirl, merging chai warmth and coffee kick for the ultimate dessert adventure.
Ingredients
Cookies:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground cardamom
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup dark chocolate chips
Coffee Swirl:
- 2 tsp instant coffee granules
- 2 tbsp hot water
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves in a medium bowl.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: Beat softened butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add Egg & Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, blending until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Prepare Coffee Swirl: Dissolve coffee granules in hot water and whisk with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Add Coffee Swirl: Drizzle a small amount of coffee swirl over each cookie dough ball. Use a toothpick to create a marbled effect.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 4%
- Calcium: 2%
- Magnesium: 3%
- Potassium: 4%
- Vitamin E: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Swap cardamom for nutmeg if preferred for a spicier twist.
- Chill the dough for 20 minutes for thicker, chewier cookies.
- Add a pinch of black pepper to intensify chai spice flavors.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- These cookies pair delightfully with a chai latte or black coffee.
